Sears 12681 HeresHow, Place the fabric under the presser, Foot so that the stitches are made

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Overcast Stretch Stitching (Models 12781, 12681 and 12581)

Set the Machine

Stitch

Stitch selector

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES

•Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitchi_ I (Models 12781 and 12681) Set the Machine

Stitch

Stitch selector

Top thread	tension	Stitch	length
control 1 to	4	control	yellow
		position
_		stretch	stitch

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Zigzag foot

Here'sHow

Place the raw edge of the fabric to the LEFT of the needle as shown.

Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric just short of the outside edge.

Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8" seam, then trim seam allowance

Top thread	tension	Stitch	length
control 1 to	4	control	yellow

"_-_	stretch	Here'sHow
"_-_	stretch	stitch
		Place the fabric under the presser
		foot so that the stitches are made
Zigzag	foot	over the edge.
Zigzag	foot
		Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
		seam, then trim seam allowance
		after.
		NOTE:	Whe_.,_	_l'ete_--knit,

This stitch can be used for sewing a seam with an overcast finish.

The seam is formed and finished in one operation. It can be used when you are making swimwear, ski pants and other garments that require stretch.

raveling.

NOTE: Use a blue stretch fabric needle, which effectively prevents skipped stitches.

Use this stitch when you want a narrow seam that you do not need to

press open flat. It is ideal for 1/4" seams on knits or on medium to heavyweight woven fabrics where you want a narrow seam. It is also great for making elastic swim wear.

effectivelyprevents skipped stitches.

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Contents Sewing Machine Kenmore Sewing Machine SEARS, Roebuck and COImportant Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Table of Contents Face Cover Plate Portable Case or Cabinet is AvailableLocate and Identify the Parts AutoClutchKnob Identify the AccessoriesChildren Foot Control UseSeveral Setting Spool PinAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Thread Cutter ExtensionTable Section Prepare Your Machine for SewingTtmd Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length ChartGreen For Check Your NeedleWind the Bobbin To Remove the Bobbin Case from the MachineBobbin Pull 3 to Latch Bobbin as shownThread Your Needle Top thread Bring bobbin thread up by pullingLoose OoI!tTop tension Too Tight Too Loose Just Right PrepareyourmachineforsewingStitch Length Control Prepare Your Machine for SewingStitch Selector Releaseto sew forward again Adjusting Stretch Stitch BalanceReverse Stitch Control Now that you are familiar Kenmore sewing machine StartingTo SewTurn a Square Corner Learn the StitchesUse the Seam Guides Straight Stitches Usethe DarningPlate Be usedo et! f= csand DarningStraight Stretch Zigzag Stitches BasicZigzag Heres How Satin StitchSew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches Zigzag Stitches AppliqueBar Tacking To strengthen the shank, cut Sew a ButtonThis zigzag variation is very useful Section Learn StitchesZigzag Stitches Overcasting Stitch Rick-Rack Stretch Place the fabric under the presser HeresHowFoot so that the stitches are made Overcast Stretch Stitching Models 12781, 12681Lace Work Models 12781, 12681 Zigzag StitchesThree-Step Zigzag Stitch and Its Uses12681 Blind Hemming ModelsStjtch That Be*wcon exteRded=edeTop thread tension Stitch length contro control 1 to5 ButtonholesStitch selector Set the stitch selector at b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches Sew in a Zipper Right side of the needle Per, set the zipper footStitch across and below Tom of the zipperSet the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Shell Stitching Models 12781 SmockingTop thread tension Stitch length Control 3 to Control 1to Set the stitch length as you desireBox Stitching Model 12781 only Elastic Stretch Stitch Model 12781 onlyPosition Top thread tension Stitch Length Control 1 toWhat to Do When What to Do When Check bobbin case threading Clean bobbin caseand shuttleSkipping Stitches Breaking Upper Thread Fabric not MovingCare for Your Cleaning the MachineReplacing the Light Bulb MachineAbout every three months Clean the Shuttle RaceOccasional tangled thread. Clean the shuttle race area Oil points in illustration Oiling the MachineRef. No Parts ListShuttle InstructionsZipper application 3031 IndexExtension Memo Memo SEARS, Roebuck and CO., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL Warranty